Mum in Profile : Famous Australian Mothers Interviewed : Essential Baby Parenting Australia

Mum in Profile:

Jane Kennedy

- mother, actor, author

Jane talks to Essential Baby about the juggle of five children and how writing this book realised a long held ambition.

Georgie Gardner - mother, TV Presenter

Busy TV Presenter and mum of two, Georgie talks to Essential Baby about days in park and the beautiful simplicity of chicken schnitzels.

Jane Flemming - mother, former Olympian

Former Olympian and mum to twins Jane Flemming talks to Essential Baby about juggling motherhood later in life.

Collette Dinnigan - Mother and designer

Collette Dinnigan is one of Australia’s most successful fashion designers. Collette took the time to chat with Essential Baby about how motherhood has taught her to slow down.

Noni Hazlehurst, mum of 2

With a stellar career in television, theatre and film, Noni Hazlehurst is among Australia's most respected actors and a mother of two.

Natalie Bloom - mother, businesswoman

Natalie Bloom who took her hobby into a global business chats about the challenges of being a working mother and how making an effort to get ‘me time’ makes her a better mother.

Amie Nilsson - CEO and Mum

"Being a mother is the hardest job in the world and whether you are working full time or not, your children always come first," says Amie Nilsson, CEO and Founder of Merino Kids.

Antonia Kidman, mum of 4

Mother of four children, Foxtel presenter Antonia Kidman says of motherhood, "initially the lack of spontaneity was probably a bit of a shock, but it was replaced by so many other joyful moments."

SBS Newsreader Neena Mairata

Neena Mairata is a highly experienced journalist, having worked as anchor, reporter, producer and assignment editor, she chats to Essential Baby about managing motherhood and work.

George McEncroe, mum of 4

George McEncroe is a radio host, writer and stand up comedian. Each morning she entertains Melbourne with Mix 101.1 FM's Breakfast Show, Two Women & a Metro.

Natarsha Belling, mum of 1

National Newsreader Natarsha Belling covers reports on Ten's 11am news, weekend and late night bulletins. She tells how, like many of us, she struggles with her work/family balance.

Melissa Doyle, mum of 2

Melissa Doyle is one of Australia's most popular television presenters. Melissa is best known for her roles on Sunrise, Where Are They Now, and The Zoo on the Seven Network.

Justine Clarke, mum of 2

Well known to young audiences as one of ABC's PlaySchool presenters, Justine is also mum to two children, a talented actor and is becoming increasingly known for her fun childrens' music.

Kate Langbroek, mum of 3

Radio host Kate Langbroek has become one of Australia's most influential media personalities. Kate tells of the media and public response to her feeding her baby on national TV show, The Panel.

Kathy Lette, mum of 2

Kathy Lette who shot to fame in her teens with the publication of Puberty Blues, chats about the difference in her childhood (barbies and beaches) to her own children's (art galleries and theatre).

Lisa Wilkinson, mum of 3

Lisa Wilkinson is the co-host of the Nine Network's Today show, public speaker, corporate presenter, event facilitator, journalist and leading business mentor.

Tracey Spicer, mum of 2

Tracey Spicer, international anchor with Sky News, is one of the most experienced and respected female news presenters on Australian television, with a career spanning 20 years.

Sarah Murdoch, mum of 2

Sarah Murdoch grew up on the northern beaches of Sydney before going on to become one of Australia's most successful international models.

Katie Noonan, mum of 2

Katie Noonan is the voice of alternative darlings george. Her sweet vocals have made her one of the most recognisable voices of our generation.

Christine Anu, mum of 2

Christine Anu, is a multi-ARIA award winner and her signature tune My Island Home will resonate in the hearts of Australians for all time!

Tara Dennis, mum of 2

With decorating her passion for over 18 years, busy Tara Dennis, mum to a teenage daughter and a baby, says, "I certainly didn’t realise I could be so happy about starting all over again.

Rachael Beck, mum of 1

Singer, actor, dancer and entertainer Rachael Beck has an impressive line-up of credits behind her, including her days as Sam on the massively popular ‘Hey Dad’ sitcom series.

Fiona Scanlan, mum of 2

Fiona is one in a handful of gifted Australian designers. After having her second child, she left the high end fashion world and founded clothing label ‘Big by Fiona Scanlan’.